Development Associate; Data & Events

Philanthropy executive and non-profit leader with a passion for bridging mission to impact for over 25 years.

Development Associate (Data & Events)

Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation – Remote (U.S. Eastern Time business hours)

Are you passionate about data, detail, and driving impact?

Join a mission-driven nonprofit working to support patients, advance research, and accelerate hope for those affected by mesothelioma.

The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation seeks a Development Associate (Data & Events) to maintain high-quality donor data, support gift operations, and assist with fundraising events throughout the year. This role is ideal for someone who loves accuracy, systems, collaboration, and making philanthropy work behind the scenes.

$53,000–$59,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience

• Up to 96 hours PTO accrual in first year
• 12 paid company holidays and one personal day annually
• Full medical, dental and vision coverage
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 403b retirement plan option with employer match

• Maintain donor records and ensure data accuracy in our Donor Perfect and Give Cloud databases
• Process donations and pledges, issue receipts, donor acknowledgements, and support donor stewardship
• Create reports, queries, and exports for campaigns, management, and board reporting
• Support donor recognition, communications, and stewardship needs
• Serve as the liaison between development, finance, and program teams on gift/donor data
• Assist with event support—including third-party fundraisers and Mesothelioma Awareness Day

This position plays a critical role in strengthening our fundraising infrastructure and helping us reach and steward donors at all levels.

• 2–4 years of nonprofit or higher education experience, ideally in fundraising data systems
• Working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge, Donor Perfect, Salesforce NPSP, or similar platforms
• Strong Excel, Word, and data management skills;
  Constant Contact familiarity preferred
• Excellent organization, confidentiality, and customer service mindset
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate across teams

Remote workplace with standard business hours of 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time

Occasional travel required for major events and industry activities

You will be part of a committed, mission-focused nonprofit helping patients and families affected by mesothelioma. Your work ensures that donor investments are stewarded well and that fundraising efforts grow and strengthen over time.

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role and alignment with the mission to: hr. Professional references will be required upon request.

The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.